None listed
Conditions
Interventions
Behavioral : This study consists of a non-intervention group, a 4-week treatment group, and an 8-week treatment group according to PhoRTE intervention status and intervention duration. The treatment g
Sponsors
Yonsei University Health System, Severance Hospital
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
All
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: Inclusion Criteria 1. Adults aged 19 years or older 2.Individuals diagnosed with sarcopenia or whose skeletal muscle mass is below the age- and sex-matched standard based on body composition assessment 3.Individuals who report discomfort or difficulty in swallowing 4.Individuals who understand the purpose of this study and provide written informed consent 5.Individuals who are able to participate in the assigned voice therapy intervention period and complete both pre- and post-treatment assessments 6.Individuals with a history of inpatient or outpatient care at the study hospital
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: Exclusion and Withdrawal Criteria 1. Individuals who are unable to use verbal communication or oral intake 2. Individuals who are unable to properly follow instructions due to cognitive, visual, auditory, or oral sensory impairments 3. Individuals who are currently participating in or planning to participate in activities that primarily require voice use, such as singing lessons 4. Individuals who complain of severe laryngeal or pharyngeal pain during the intervention 5. Individuals who are unable to complete the assessment or intervention procedures, or who request withdrawal from the study during participation
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Change in voice function;Change in swallowing function | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Change in oral structure mobility;Change in voice and swallowing-related quality of life | — |
Countries
Korea, Republic of
Contacts
Public ContactEun Ji Jang
Yonsei University Health System, Severance Hospital
Outcome results
None listed